by Shawn | December 7, 2025 | collage paper, mixed Media, stencils, sunday inspiration
We’re rolling right along in our texture-making series, and today’s video feels like opening a little treasure tucked away in your supply stash. I’m sharing one simple, everyday item that creates the most deliciously grungy layers—honestly, the kind that make you lean...
by Shawn | November 30, 2025 | collage paper, mixed Media, stencils, sunday inspiration
I was standing at my table cleaning up from some projects I was working on and putting away some collage paper, when a piece of paper fell out of it’s bin and oh, my, was it gorgeous… layered with lots of paint and I remembered creating it. I have so many...
by Shawn | November 23, 2025 | art journal, collage paper, mixed Media, stencils, sunday inspiration
This week, as I sat down to create Sunday Inspiration… I just felt tired. You know that feeling? When there’s family stuff weighing on your heart, the holiday hustle is already starting, and you’re just not feeling it? That was me. And honestly? I wasn’t being very...
by Shawn | November 16, 2025 | art journal, collage paper, mixed Media, stencils, sunday inspiration
Over the next few months, I’ve committed to exploring texture in a fun and playful way by building a dedicated texture journal full of ideas and inspiration. One of my lovely students suggested it, and I thought… what a fabulous idea! I have journals for just...
by Shawn | October 19, 2025 | art journal, collage paper, mixed Media, stencils
I enjoyed my time in my journal this week, creating with this beautiful color palette and wonderful inspiration. This is part of our color and collage paper challenge. I was supposed to do this last week and totally forgot, but better late than never. This color...
